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About Bitpace
Bitpace was founded to solve a clear problem in global finance: cross-border payments were slow, expensive, and complex. Traditional systems created friction for businesses that needed to move funds quickly and reliably across borders. Bitpace set out to change this by building a modern payments infrastructure powered by blockchain technology, designed for real-world commercial use.
From its earliest days, one of the main challenges Bitpace faced was the volatility that often discourages businesses from adopting digital assets. To address this, stablecoins pegged to major fiat currencies were integrated, providing speed and transparency while maintaining price stability. This ensured that businesses could send and receive payments in minutes rather than days, with fees reduced from an industry average of more than 6% to as low as 1 to 2%. These improvements helped fuel strong adoption, contributing to a 485% rise in processed transaction volume and a 200% increase in active clients year on year in 2024.
Bitpace also recognised that adoption would only scale if the technology could fit into existing business models. Many payment providers and merchants rely on established workflows, so the platform was designed to integrate without disruption. Today, Bitpace supports over 70cryptocurrencies and 40 fiat currencies, with automatic conversions into the desired currency at optimal rates and a single interface for deposits, settlements, and withdrawals. Developer-friendly tools, including plug-ins for major e-commerce platforms and well-documented APIs, mean that businesses across sectors can start accepting crypto payments in days rather than months.
A further challenge was the fast-moving regulatory landscape. Bitpace prioritised compliance from the outset, aligning its systems with global standards including MiCA, the FATF Travel Rule, and major AML and sanctions frameworks. By building a compliance engine that updates in real time, Bitpace reduces the burden on clients and removes uncertainty around cross-border transactions. This approach also strengthens trust among banking partners, regulators, and merchants.
As Bitpace expanded into new regions, the company continued to scale its global footprint to meet rising demand. The business broadened its presence across Africa, Europe, and the Americas in 2025, supported by new regional leadership hires and larger client-facing teams. This growth allows Bitpace to provide more tailored support in key markets while maintaining the reliability and speed expected of its platform.
The impact on the payments industry is clear. Bitpace has helped businesses move from experimentation to practical adoption of blockchain payment solutions by delivering tools that solve genuine commercial challenges. With more than five million transactions processed each month and an active merchant base spanning over forty countries, the company has become a trusted bridge between digital assets and mainstream finance.
Today, Bitpace continues to refine its technology, invest in security and compliance, and expand internationally. The company stands for borderless payments without the friction of legacy systems, shaping a future where global transactions are faster, fairer, and more accessible for businesses everywhere.